Subject: THE MINISTRY OF ANGELS

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Lesson 1 —July 1, 1933

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MEMORY VERSE: "Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to min-

ister for them who shall be heirs of salvation?" Heb. 1:14.

LESSON HELP: "Ministry of Angels," pages 7-30.

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By what name are the members of this family called? Job 1:6;

1 John 3:1.

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"Some of their names are: 'Michael' (Dan. 10:13,21 ; 12:1; Jude 9) ;

'Gabriel' (Dan. 8:16; 9:21; Luke 1:19) ; 'Uriel' (2 Esdras [Apocry-

pha] 4:1, 36; 5:20. See 1 Chron. 15:5) ; 'Ariel' (doubtless of angelic

origin. See Ezra 8:16).

"Michael means, 'Who is like God,' and hence is a fit title for Christ.

Gabriel signifies, 'The strength of God,' an appiopriate name for the

angel or being who stands next to Christ (Dan. 10:21). -13:rielonica-ns

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4: How far back can the existence 6f angels be traced? Job 38:4-7.

NoTE.—"Before the creation of man, angels were in existence; for

when the foundations of the earth were laid, 'the morning stars sang

together, and all the sons of God shouted for joy.' "—"The Great Con!

troversy," p. 511.

: What other fact shows that angels are not the spirits of men who

have died? Gen. 3:24.

NoTE.—"Satan commenced his deception in Eden. He said to Eve,

`Thou shalt not surely die.' This was Satan's first lesson upon the im-

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mortality of the soul, and he had carried on this deception from that

time to the present, and will carry it on until the captivity of God's

children shall be turned. I was pointed to Adam and Eve in Eden. They

partook of the forbidden tree, and then the flaming sword was placed

around the tree of life, and they were driven from the garden, lest they

should partake of the tree of life, and be immortal sinners. The fruit

of this tree was to perpetuate immortality. I heard an angel ask, 'Who

of the family of Adam have passed that flaming sword, and have par-

taken of the tree of life?' I heard another angel answer, 'Not one of the

family of Adam have passed that flaming sword, and par ken of that

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To whom are the angels subject? 1 Peter 3:

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What important service do these heavenly beings render? Heb.

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What controversy arose in heaven involving the angers? Isa.

14:12-14; Rev. 12:7.

What was the result of this war in heaven? Rev. 12

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the figure of the prince of Tyrus, how is the powerful

leader of wicked angels described? Eze. 28:11-17.

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Against what strong influence do God's children in this world

have

to war? Eph. 6:12.

Nova.—The American Revised Version reads, "For our wrestling is

not

against flesh. and blood, but against principalities, against the

powers, against the 'world rulers of this darkness, against the spiritual

hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places."

"The power and malice of Satan and his host might justly alarm us,

were it not that we may find shelter and deliverance in the superior

power of our Redeemer. We carefully secure our houses with bolts and

locks to protect our property and our lives from evil men; but we seldom

think of the evil angels who are constantly seeking access to us, and

against whose attacks we have, in our own strength, no method of de-

fense. If permitted, theycan distract our minds, disorder, torment our

bodies, destroy our' possessions and our lives. Their only delight is in

misery and destruction. Fearful is the condition of those who resist the

divine claims, and yield to Satan's temptations, until God gives them

up to the control of evil spirits. But those who follow Christ are ever

safe under His watchcare. Angels that excel in strength are sent from

heaven to protect them. The wicked one cannot break through the guard

which God has stationed about His people."—"The Great Controversy,"

p. 517.

14.

What aid may we have in our warfare against the powers of

darkness? Heb. 1:13, 14.

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some ask regarding the resurrection? 1 Cor.

15:35.

What differences in bodies does the apostle Paul call to our atten-

tion? Verses 36-41.

What change of body comes to man in the resurrection? Verses

42-44.

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7. What terms distinguish these different bodies? Verse 44, last part.

NOTE.—"From

this scripture, it is plainly seen that there are spirit-

ual beings with spiritual bodies—bodies unlike the material bodies we

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1:26-28; Ps. 8:6-8.

In whose image was man made? Gen. 1:26.

NoTE.—"Man was to bear God's image, both in outward resemblance

and in character. Christ alone is 'the express image' of the Father;

but man was formed in the likeness of God. His nature was in harmony

with the will of God. His mind was capable of comprehending divine

things. His affections were pure; his appetites and passions were un-

der the control of reason. He was holy and happy in bearing the image

of God, and in perfect obedience to. His will.

"As man came forth from the hand of his Creator, he was of lofty

stature and perfect symmetry. His countenance bore the ruddy tint of

health, and glowed with the light of life and joy., Adam's height was

much greater than that of men who now inhabit the earth. Eve was

somewhat less in stature; yet her form was noble, and full of beauty.

The sinless pair wore no artificial garments; they were clothed with a

covering of light and glory, such as the angels wear. So long as they

lived in obedience to God, this robe of light continued to enshroud them."

—"Patriarchs and Prophets," p. 45.

In God's creative plan, how did man compare with angels? Ps.

8:4, 5.

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MEMORY VERSE: "What is man, that Thou art mindful of him? and the

son of man, that Thou visitest him? For Thou hast made him a little lower than

the angels, and hast crowned him with glory and honor." Ps. 8:4, 5.

possess. Just as surely as there are earthly, or material bodies, just so

surely are there spiritual bodies. 'There are also celestial bodies, and

bodies terrestrial: but the glory of the celestial is one, and the glory of

the terrestrial is another.' It is sown a natural body; it is raised a

spiritual body. There is a natural body, and there is a spiritual body.'

Man was created with a natural, or material body. He belongs to this

earth; for he was made from the dust of the ground. But though man's

eyes are holden from perceiving spiritual beings with his natural senses,

still these are revealed to him through the word of God and by the in-

fluence of the Holy Spirit."—"Ministry of Angels," p. 35.

8. 'When the Son-of-God was

born in Bethlehem, was He born,with

a spiritual or-a natural-bod*? Heb. 2:16, 9.

NOTE.—When Jesus came into this world, He came as a man. He

did not take "the nature of angels," but He took the nature of "the

seed of Abraham." Jesus, then, was made "for a little while" lower than

the angels. Read carefully Hebrews 2:7, 9, 17, noting marginal read-

ings of the verses.

9". How did John recognize the superiority of an angel? Rev. 22:8, 9.

10. How weak

and helplesrare'human beings in the presence of an

angel? Matt. 28:2-4.

kr: How was Daniel affected by the presence of an angel? Dan. 10:8.

12.

What change of body will be given to the righteous in the resur-

rection? 1 Cor. 15:51-53, 49.

13.

In what respect will the' redeemed be "equal unto the angels"

After the resurrection? Luke 20:36.

NOTE.—"Let us not forget that the promise is never given to man

that he will at any time become an angel. We are assured, however, that

in one respect we shall be made equal to the angels—we shall not be sub-

ject to death. Of those who are accounted worthy to have a part in the

first resurrection, Jesus Himself said, 'Neither can they die any more:

for they are equal unto the angels.' At that long-desired and trium-

phant day, the saved of earth will be made 'equal unto the angels.' Every

longing of the heart will find complete satisfaction. The fear of death

will be banished; and they will receive from the hand of God, through

faith in Jesus Christ, the priceless gift of immortal

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p. 39.

"With the word of God in hand, we may draw nearer, step by step,

in consecrated love to Jesus. As the Spirit of God becomes better known,

the Bible will be accepted as the only foundation of faith. God's people

will receive the word as the leaves of the tree of life, more precious than

fine gold purified in the fire, and more powerful to sanctify than any

other agency."—"Testimonies," vol. 8, p. 193.

"THE MINISTRY OF ANGELS," a lesson help for this

quarter's lessons, is described on page 32 of this

Quarterly.

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Number and Glory of the Angels

MEMORY VERSE: "Ye are come unto Mount Sion, and unto the city of the

living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and to an innumerable company of angels."

Heb. 12:22.

LESSON HELP: "Ministry of Angels," pages 40-53.

THE LESSON

NUMBER OF ANGELS

How is the vastness of God's kingdom emphasized? Isa. 40:15,

17, 26.

NOTE.—"In

this wonderful description, we obtain a glimpse of how

this earth and its people appear in the eyes of heaven. In God's sight

the earth is but as a grain of sand, the waters He can measure in the

hollow of His hand, and all the inhabitants of the earth are but as grass-

hoppers. Looking up to the starry heavens, man can see with the naked

eye something of, the magnitude of God's creation. He beholds, and

marvels—but his unaided eye cannot number those glittering suns. Now

let him bring to his aid the strongest telescope, and again gaze at some

chosen spot in the heavens. What myriads of worlds, before unseen,

are visible! Could he add to this telescope still greater magnifying

power, there would be revealed still other worlds,—worlds that have

been hidden from the gaze of man during all the ages past. So great

is the immensity of space into which we gaze, that man has never found

the end. By the aid of photography, stars otherwise invisible have been

distinguished ; and astronomers tell us there are 18,000,000 worlds in

a single system, and that the systems are beyond counting."—"Ministry

of Angels," pp. 42, 43.

What is said of the number of angels in this great kingdom? Heb.

12:22.

How many angel ministers did the prophet Daniel see before the

throne of God? Dan. 7:9, 10.

What similar vision was shown to the prophet John? Rev. 5:11.

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NomE.—"This

language leaves us in a state of uncertainty concern-

ing the precise number of the heavenly beings,—`thousands of thou-

sands ministered unto Him, and ten thousand times ten thousand stood

before Him.' We know that 'ten thousand times ten thousand' equal

one hundred million, but we can form no idea of the number represented

by `thousands of thousands.'- Nowhere in the word of God is given

the

exact number of the heavenly beings."—Id., p. 46.

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GLORY OF ANGELS

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What is the first reference in the Bible to the glory of angels?

Gen. 3:24.

What was the appearance of the horses and chariots that the •

servant saw about Elisha? 2 Kings 6:17.

How are the chariot and horses that took Elijah into heaven

described? 2 Kings 2:11, 12; Ps. 68:17.

How did the angel that appeared to Manoah reveal his glory?

Judges

13:19-22.

With what words had the wife of Manoah described this same

angel? Verse 6.

10.

What was the appearance of the angel who rolled back the stone

from the Saviour's tomb? Matt. 28:2-4.

NOTE.—"As night drew on, soldiers were stationed to guard the

Saviour's resting place, while angels, unseen, hovered above the sacred

spot. The night wore slowly away, and while it was yet dark, the watch-

ing angels knew that the time for the release

God's dear Son, their

loved Commander, had nearly come. 'As they were waiting with the

deepest emotion the hour of His triumph, a mighty angel came flying

swiftly from heaven. His face was like lightning, and his garments

white as snow. His light dispersed the darkness from his track, and

caused the evil angels, who had triumphantly claimed the body of

Jesus, to flee in terror from his brightness and glory. One of the angelic

host who had witnessed the scene of Christ's humiliation, and was

watching His resting place, joined the angel from heaven, and together

they came down to the sepulcher. The earth trembled and shook as they

approached, and there was a great earthquake."—"Early Writings,"

p. 181.

11.

What description is given by the prophet Daniel

the glory

of an angelic being? Dan. 10:5, 6.

12.

How is their glory pictured by Ezekiel? Eze. 1:13, 14.

13.

How does the prophet John describe the glory of the Son of

God? Rev. 1:13-16.

NOTE.—The Son of God is the "Archangd." See

Thess. 4:16. To

no other being is given this exalted title. The glory of His presence

surpasses that of the angels.

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If faithful, what may we some day share in some degree? 1 John

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Powei, of the Angels

MEMORY VERSE: "Bless the Lord, ye Ws angels, that excel in strength,

that do His commandments, hearkening unto the voice of His word." Ps. 103:20,

LESSON HELP: "Ministry of Angels," pages 54-70.

THE LESSON

POWER

What does the psalmist say of the strength of angels? Ps. 103:20.

Where were Peter and John imprisoned ,Vie -second ..time?_Acts

What power was manifested by an angel upon this occasion?

Verses 19, 20.

With what words did Rabshakeh, leader of the Assyrian hosts,

taunt Hezekiah and defy heaven? 2 Kings 19:10-13.

What did Hezekiah do when he received the letter? Verses 14-19.

What was the message sent by the Lord through Isaiah in answer

to Hezekiah's prayer? Verses 20-34.

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That very night, what did one angel do? Verse 35 ;

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Chron. 32:21.

NOTE.—"What

a thrilling tale of deliverance

rom captivity

wrought by God through the agency of an angel! Where, now, is the

boasting of that proud, blasphemous monarch, who defied the Lord of

heaven, and said He was not able to deliver out of his hand? Before

the Assyrians can shoot an arrow or throw a javelin, the God of heaven

sends an angel to smite their sleeping hosts. In a single night, one

hundred eighty-five thousand of Sennacherib's warriors are slain, not

on the field of battle, but by this silent messenger from' heaven.

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"Was ever such victory won before, in the history of nations ?—a

whole army gone down into the jaws of death, not in battle, not on the

field of campaign and strife, but while they lay sleeping, dreaming

perchance of the morrow, when they hoped to scale the walls of Jeru-

salem, and satisfy their lust and appetite and greed in the plunder and

spoils of a conquered city. From a study of this record, we must admit

that the power of angels is limited only by the work which God designs

they shall accomplish."—"Ministry of Angels," p. 59.

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RAPIDITY OF MOVEMENT

What description does Ezekiel give of the swiftness of the move-

ment of angels? Eze. 1:14.

NomE.—Man has never attempted to measure the velocity of any-

thing traveling faster than light. Light travels 186,000 miles a second

—more than seven times around the earth in one second of time. Yet

angels can travel faster than this. Ezekiel wrote of their movement

that they "ran and returned as the appearance of a flash of lightning."

Men may move about by train, automobile, or airplane, at what we

consider an extremely high rate of speed, but when we compare such

movement to that of an angel, it is as nothing. Faster than the tele-

graph message these heavenly messengers speed on their errands of

ministry to man.

10.

Note the time it takes to read a certain prayer offered by Daniel.

Dan. 9:4-19.

11.

While Daniel was still speaking, who appeared to answer his

prayer? Verses 20-22.

12.

When was Gabriel sent from heaven to answer Daniel's prayer?

Verse 23.

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is said,of thellight_of-thisAngel?....Yerse-21,..

NOTE.—"Here

a messenger from heaven, standing before the throne

of God when Daniel began to pray, was commanded to come to the

prophet, and to give him skill and understanding concerning the reve-

lations of Jehovah. While the prayer was still on his lips, before he

had closed his petition, a messenger from the throne of God was at

Daniel's side, announcing, 'At the beginning of thy supplications the

commandment came forth, and I am 'come to show thee.' Surely one

could not ask for a more speedy response to his supplication than this.

"Notice the expression 'being caused to fly swiftly.' Our Father

knows the need of immediate help for His children, and when the

occasion demands,' He causes His more than lightning-swift messengers

to quicken their flight. The angel did not have to search from place

to place in Babylon to find Daniel. He did not have to look for him in

the palace of the king, or in the council halls of the wise man, or among

the throngs in the streets, but he came direct from the throne of God to

Daniel's side. No earthly monarch ever sent so swift a messenger to

bear tidings of good or ill as Jehovah sent to this prophet in prayer.

No heart of love, bound by the strongest cords of devotion, ever yet sent

so quick an answer to the object of his affections as God sends through

His holy angels to those who trust in Him. For our Lord is no respecter

of persons: what He did for Daniel, He will do for the humblest of His

children who serve Him in sincerity and offer their petitions to Him in

faith."—:Id. pp. 65, 66.

14.

When Herod had imprisoned Peter and designed to kill him,

what did the church at Jerusalem do? Acts 12:5.

15.

What speedy deliverance was effected by an angel? Verses 6-10.

16.

What was the church still doing when Peter came to the house

of Mary? Verses 11, 12.

17.

How were the believers affected by the prompt answer to their -

prayers? Verses 16, 17.

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Guardian Angels

' MEMORY VERSE:

"He shall give His angels charge over thee, to keep thee

in all thy ways. They shall bear thee up in their hands, lest thou dash thy foot

against a stone." Ps. 91:11, 12.

LESSON HELP:

"Ministry of Angels," pages 71-83; "Prophets and Kings,"

pages 255-257, 539-545.

THE LESSON

What do even the least of God's children have accompanying

them? What shows that these attending angels have access to the throne

of God? Matt. 18:10.

What charge does God give His angels concerning the care of. His

people? Ps. 91:11, 12.

NOTE.—"I have seen the tender love that God has for His people, and

it is very great. I saw angels over the saints with their wings spread

about them. Each saint had an attending angel. If the saints wept

through discouragement, or were in danger, the angels that ever at-

tended them would fly quickly upward to carry the tidings, and the

angels in the city would cease to sing. Then Jesus would commission

another angel to descend to encourage, watch over, and try to keep them

from going out of the narrow path; but if they did not take heed to the

watchful care of these angels, and would not be comforted by them, but

continued to go astray, the angels would look sad and weep. They

would bear the tidings upward, and all the angels in the city would

weep, and then with a loud voice say, `Amen.' But if the saints fixed

their eyes upon the prize before them, and glorified God by praising

Him, then the angels would bear the glad tidings to the city, and the

angels in the city would touch their golden harps and sing with a loud

voice, 'Alleluia!' and the heavenly arches would ring with their lovely

songs."—"Early Writings," p. 39.

What comforting assurance is given to those who fear God?

Ps. 34:7.

NOTE.---" `The angel of the Lord encatnpeth round about them that

fear Him, and delivereth them.' God commissions His angels to save

His chosen ones from calamity, to guard them from 'the pestilence that

walketh in, darkness,' and `the destruction that wasteth

at noonday.'

Again and again have angels talked with men as a man speaketh with

.a friend, and led them to places -of security. Again and again have the

encouraging words of angels renewed the drooping spirits of the faith-

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ful, and carrying their minds above the things of earth, caused them to

behold by faith the white robes, the crowns, the palm branches of vic-

tory, which overcomers will receive when they surround the great white

throne."—"The Acts of the Apostles," p. 153.

What question did God once ask Satan regarding Job? Job 1:6-8.

How did Satan complain of the protection about Job? Verses 9,10.

/6 ~Vatsed the perplexity of the kiarg of Syril'ilrhse

against Israel?

Rings" 6:8

What action was therefore determined against the prophet

Elisha? Verses 13, 14.

How did the situation affect Elisha's servant? Verse 15.

Why was not Elisha afraid? Verses 16, 17.

NOTE.—"Between

the servant of God and the hosts of armed foemen

was an encircling band of heavenly angels. They had come down in

mighty power, not to destroy, not to exact homage, but to encamp round

about and minister to the Lord's weak and helpless ones.

"When the people 'of God are brought into straight places, and

apparently there is no escape for them, the Lord alone must be their

dependence."—"Prophets and Kings," p. 257.

10.

What did the scheming of men not prevent Daniel from doing?

Dan: 6:10, 11.

11.

What did the king reluctantly do? Verses 14-17.

12.

What question did the anxious king ask Daniel early the next

morning? Verses 18-20.

13.

Who had stood guard between Daniel and the lions? Verses

21-23.

NOTE.—"From

the story of Daniel's deliverance, we may learn that

in seasons of trial and gloom, God's children should be just what they

were when their prospects were bright with hope and their surroundings

all that they could desire. Daniel in the lions' den was the same Daniel

who stood before the king as chief among the ministers of state and

as a prophet of the Most High. A man whose heart is stayed upon God

will be the same in the hour of his greatest trial as he is in prosperity,

when the light and favor of God and of man beam upon him. Faith

reaches to the unseen, and grasps eternal realities.

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"Heaven is very near those who suffer for righteousness' sake. Christ

identifies His interests with the interests of His faithful people; He

suffers in the person of His saints; and whoever touches His chosen

ones touches Him. The power that is near to deliver from physical

harm or distress is also near to save from the greater evil, making it

possible for the servant of God to maintain his integrity under all

circumstances, and to triumph through divine grace."—Id., p. 545.

14.

Whose lives did the angels not guard? Verse 24.

15.

In the final conflict, what extra provision will be made for the

protection of God's people?

NOTE.—"Said

the angel, 'List ye!' Soon I heard a voice like many

musical instruments and sounding ,in perfect strains, sweet and har-

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'amnions. It surpassed any music I had ever heard, seeming to be full

of mercy, compassion, and elevating, holy joy. It thrilled through my

whole being. Said the angel, 'Look ye!' My attention was then turned

to the company I had seen, who were mightily shaken. I was shown

those whom I had before seen weeping and praying in agony of spirit.

The company of guardian angels around them had been doubled, and

they were clothed with an armor from their head to their feet. They

moved in exact order, like a company of soldiers. Their countenances

expressed the severe conflict which they had endured, the agonizing

struggle they had passed through. Yet their features, marked with

severe internal anguish, now shone with the light and glory of heaven.

They had obtained the victory, and it called forth from them the deepest

gratitude, and holy, sacred joy."—"Early Writings," pp. 270, 271.

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MEMORY VERSE: "Then they that feared the Lord spake often one to an-

other: and the Lord hearkened, and heard it, and a book of remembrance was

written before Him for them that feared the Lord, and that thought upon His

name." Mal. 3:16.

LESSON HELP: "Ministry of Angels," pages 84-97.

THE LESSON

For what event has God appointed a time? Acts 17:31.

How many must appear before the judgment•bar? 2 Cor. 5:10.

When Daniel beheld the scene of judgment, how many of God's

ministers assisted in the work? Dan. 7:9, 10.

What witness is there of our actions and words? Eccl. 5:6..

NoTE.—"Many have a form of godliness, their names are upon the

church records, but they have a spotted record in heaven. The recording

angel has faithfully•written their deeds. Every selfish act, every wrong

word, every unfulfilled duty, and every secret sin, with every artful dis-

sembling, is faithfully chronicled in the book of: records kept by the

recording angel."—"Testimonies," vol. 2, p. 442.

"I was shown that the recording angel makes a faithful record of

every offering dedicated to God, and put into the treasury, and also of

the final result of the means thus bestowed. The eye of God takes cog-

nizance of every farthing devoted' to His cause, and of-the willingness

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or reluctance of the giver. The motive in giving is also chronicled.

Those self-sacrificing, consecrated ones who render back to God the

things that are His, as He requires of them, will be rewarded according

to their works. Even though the means thus consecrated be misapplied,

so that it does not accomplish the object which the donor had in view,—

the glory of God and the salvation of souls,—those who made the sac-

rifice in sincerity of soul, with an eye single to the glory of God, will

not lose their reward."—Id., pp. 518, 519.

`There did the psalmist indicate that his life record was kept?

Ps. 56:8.

When all men finally stand before the "great white throne," what

records will be opened? Rev. 20:11-15.

Who have kept these records?

NOTE.—It

is evident that angels are familiar with every detail of

our lives (Eccl. 5:6; 1191=t

7'; 1 Cor. 11:10, A. R. V.), and it is reasonable

to believe that they are heavenly recorders. In each note of this lesson,

quotations are given from the spirit of prophecy, declaring that angels

are keeping these record books. In 1882 an important testimony was

sent to one of our denominational centers; the following paragraph is

taken from it:

"A few weeks since, I was in a dream brought into one of your meet-

ings for investigation. I heard the testimonies borne by students against

Bro. —. Those very students had received great benefit from his

thorough, faithful instruction. Once they could hardly say enough in

his praise. Then it was popular to esteem him. But now the current

was setting the other way. These persons have developed their true

character. I saw an angel with a ponderous book open, in which he wrote

every testimony given. Opposite each testimony were traced the sins,

defects, and errors of the one Who bore it. Then there was recorded the

great benefit which these individuals had received from Bro. —'s

labors. "—Id., vol. 5, p. 59.

For whom is a book of remembrance kept? Mal. 3:16, 17.

NorE.—"It

will pay, then, to improve the privileges within our reach,

and, even at some sacrifice, to assemble with those who fear God and

speak for Him; for He is represented as hearkening•to those testimonies,

while angels write them in a book. God will remember those who have

met together and thought upon His name, and He will spare them from

the great conflagration. They will be as precious jewels in His sight;

but His wrath will fall on the shelterless head of the sinner."—Id., vol.

4, p. 107.

What is taken into account in the judgment? Matt. 12:36, 37.

NOTE.—"Some talk too much; they stand in this position, 'Report,

and we will report it.' Miserable indeed is such a position I. If all these

gossipers would ever bear in mind that an angel is following them,

recording their words, there would be less talking and much more pray-

ing."—Id., p. 40.

"You all have an influence for good or for evil on the minds and

characters of others. And just the influence which you exert is written

in the book of records in heaven. An angel is attending you, and_ taking

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record of your words and actions. When you rise in the morning, do you

feel your helplessness, and your need of strength from God? and do you

humbly, heartily make known your wants to your heavenly Father? If

so, angels mark your prayers, and if these prayers have not gone forth

out of feigned lips, when you are in , danger of unconsciously doing

wrong, and exerting an influence which will lead others to do wrong,

your guardian angel will be by your side, prompting you to a better

course, choosing your words for you, and influencing your actions."—

Id., vol. 3, pages 363, 364.

10.

What will then be revealed? 1 Cor. 4:5; Bell.4 X12

NOTE.—"Words and actions and motives are recorded; but how

little do these light, superficial heads and hard hearts realize that an

angel of God stands writing down the manner in which their precious

moments are employed. God will bring to light every word and every

action. He is in every place. His messengers, although unseen, are

visitors in the workroom and in the sleeping apartment. The hidden

works of darkness will be brought to light. The thoughts, the intents

and purposes of the heart, will stand revealed. All things are naked

and open to the eyes of Him with whom we have to do."—Id., vol. 4,

pp. 589, 590.

11.

What shows that the secrets of our lives are registered in heaven?

Eccl. 12:14.

NOTE.

—

"Rvery-man

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passes‘in-review-beioze

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tere_d_to_r_falthfulness_or-unfaithfulaesa. Opposite each name in the

boblfs of heaven is entered, with terrible exactness, every wrong word,

every selfish act, every unfulfilled duty, and every secret sin, with every

artful dissembling. Heaven-sent warnings or reproofs neglected, wasted

moments, unimproved opportunities, the influence exerted for good or

for evil, with its far-reaching results, all are chronicled by the recording

angel."—"The Great Controversy," pp. 481, 482.

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12.

In what book are the names of the overcomers registered? What

will be done before the angels for these names? Rev. 3:5.

13: Who will be delivered in the "time of trouble"? Dan. 12:1.

14.

Who only will enter the city of God? Rev. 21:27.

15.

Why should the Christian rejoice? Luke 10:20.

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Agents in Divine Revelation

MEMORY VERSE: "He said unto me, These sayings are faithful and true;

and the Lord God of the holy prophets sent His angel

to show unto His servants

the things which must shortly be done. Behold, I come quickly: blessed is he that

keepeth the sayings of the prophecy of this book." Rev. 22:6, 7.

LESSON HELP: "Ministry of Angels," pages 98-110.

THE LESSON

Through whom does God reveal a knowledge of His will? Amos

3:7.

What agency does God use in communicating revelations to His

prophets? Rev. 1:1.

NOTE.—"In the past, God has revealed to man many of His plans

and purposes. Again and again, in different ages, He has spoken to

men in various ways, througl! His Holy Spirit, by vision, and by sending

angels to bring His messages to those through whom He would reveal

His will. Almost from the earliest records of GOd's dealings with His

chosen people, to the closing book in the Bible, we find that God has

repeatedly spoken to His prophets and His people through the agency

of angels."—"Ministry of Angels," p. 98.

In what-*ctie- direct way does God sometimes communicate with

man? Gen. 22:11, 12, 15-18.

NOTE.—"In this instance a direct message from heaven was given

to Abraham through the agency of a heavenly being. The angel spoke in

a language Abraham understood, giving him a message that greatly

cheered his heart, and that revealed to him God's acceptance of his

sacrifice. When the Lord had thus tested His servant, He also revealed

His purpose toward him and toward his seed."—Ibid.

How did God once reveal His purpose to Gideon? Judges 6:11, 12.

Who was "caused to fly swiftly" in order to give Daniel "skill

and understanding"? Dan. 9:21, 22.

Who is "the man Gabriel"? What honored position' does he

occupy in heaven? Luke 1:19; Dan. 10:21.,

How do we know that Gabriel is the angel chosen to open the.

purposes of God to men? Rev. 22:9.

NOTE.—"The words of the angel, am Gabriel, that stand in the

presence of God,' show that he holds a position of high honor in the

heavenly courts. When he came with a message to Daniel, he said,

'There is none that holdeth with me in these things, but Michael [Christ]

your prince.' Of Gabriel the Saviour speaks, in the Revelation, saying

that 'He sent and signified it by His angel unto His servant John' And

to John the angel declared, am a fellow servant with thee, and with

thy brethren the prophets.' Wonderful thought—that the angel who

stands next in honor to the Son of God, is the one chosen to open the

purposes of God to sinful men."—"The Desire of Ages," pp. 98, 99.

How did Zechariah receive special heavenly instruction? Zech.

1:9-17.

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What message did the angel Gabriel bring to Zacharias? Luke

1:11-19.

10.

What judgment rested upon Zacharias because he doubted the

words of Gabriel? Verses 20-22, 63, 64.

11.

How was the message given to Mary concerning the birth of

Jesus? Verses 26-33.

12.

What relation does this angel of divine revelation sustain to

Jesus? Rev. 1:1; 22:16.

13.

How should we regard the messages carried by His angel? Rev.

22:6, 7.

NOTE.

—

"Christ

sent and made known the RevelatiOn to John by 'His

angel.' A particular angel seems here to be brought to view. What

angel could appropriately be called Christ's angel? May we not find

an answer to this question in a significant passage in the prophecy of

Daniel? In Daniel 10:21, an angel, which was doubtless Gabriel (see

Daniel, chapters 9, 10, and 11:1), in making known some important

truths to Daniel, said, 'There is none that holdeth with me in these

things, but Michael your prince.' Who Michael is, we easily learn.

Jude (verse_ 9) calls him the 'Archangel.' And Paul tells us that when

the Lord descends from heaven, and the dead in Christ are raised, the

voice of the Archangel shall be heard. 1 Thess. 4:16. And whose voice

will be heard at that amazing hour when the dead are called to life?

The Lord Himself replies, 'Marvel not at this; for the hour is coming

in the which all, that are in the graves shall hear His voice' (John 5:28) ;

and the previous verse shows that the one here referred to, whose voice

will then be heard, is the Son of man, or Christ. It is the voice of

Christ, then, that calls the dead from their graves. That voice, Paul

declares, is the voice of the archangel; and Jude says that the archangel

is called Michael, the very personage mentioned in•Daniel, and all re-

ferring to Christ. The statement in Daniel, then, is, that the truths to

be revealed to Daniel were committed to Christ, and confined exclusively

to Him, and to an angel whose name was Gabriel. Similar to the work

of communicating important truth to the 'beloved prophet' is the work

of Christ in the Revelation of communicating important truth to the

`beloved disciple'; and who, in this work, can be His angel but he who

was engaged with. Him in the former work, that is, the angel Gabriel'?"

—"Daniel and the Revelation," page 353 (old edition, p. 401).

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MEMORY VERSE: "Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some

have entertained angels unawares." Heb. 13:2.

LESSON HELP: "Ministry of Angels," pages 124-129.

THE LESSON

ABRAHAM AND LOT

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was made to Abraham regarding his posterity?

Gen. 15:5.

Who were the "three ins" entertained by Abraham in the plains

of Mature? Gen. 18:1-8, 22;1'3:1.

How did the Lord at this time tell Abraham the promise concern-

ing his seed was to be fulfilled? Gen. 18:9-15.

What was the mission of the angels to Sodom and neighboring

cities? Verses 17-22..

What did Lot not know when he invited these two strangers to

his home? Gen. 19:1-3.

What reference is made to this incident in the New Testament?

Heb..13:2.

In what way was the real character of Lot's guests revealed?

Gen. 19:9-11.

NomE.—Lot's "words were like oil upon the flames. Their rage be-

came like the roaring of a tempest. They mocked Lot as making himself

a judge over them, and threatened to deal worse with him than they had

purposed toward his guests. They rushed upon him, and would have

torn him in pieces had he not been rescued by the angels of God. The

heavenly messengers 'put forth their hand, and pulled Lot into the

house to them, and shut to the door.' The events that followed revealed

the character of the guests he had entertained."—"Patriarchs and

Prophets," p. 159.

What did the angels then tell Lot regarding the object of their

visit? Verses 12-14.

While these angels had been sent to destroy the wicked inhabit-

ants, what was their work in behalf of Lot and his family? Verses 15-25.

NOTE.—"We need to understand better than we do the mission of

the angels. It would be well to remember that every true child of God

has the cooperation of heavenly beings. Invisible armies of light and

power attend the meek and lowly

ones who believe and claim the prom-

ises of God. Cherubim and seraphim, and angels that excel in strength,

stand at God's right hand, 'all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister

for them who shall be heirs of salvation.' "—"The Acts of the Apostles,"

p. 154.

HAGAR

10.

When Hagar fled from her mistress, who found her in the wit-

derness? Gen. 16:6-8.

11.

What message did the angel give to her? Verses 9-13.

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12.

When Ishmael was fourteen years of age, what difficulty arose?

Gen. 21:9-11.

13.

In what distressing situation did Hagar soon find herself?

Verses 12-16.

14.

Who heard the cry of the dying lad 'who called to Hagar?

Verse 17.

15.

How did God help this poor discouraged mother? Verses 18, 19.

NOTE.—"Thus

it is that Heaven ministers to man's needs. These

poor exiles were hopeless and friendless. No more could they return to

the abundance of Abraham's house. Moreover, He to whom the future

is as an open book, knew that Ishmael would not choose to walk in the

paths of righteousness; yet notwithstanding all this, He sent .an angel

from heaven to this sorrowing mother and her suffering child to supply

their needs.

"In this dark world, there is many a mother whose heart aches as

did Hagar's; many a one who, like the outcast Egyptian, knows not

what to do. Often her heart is too full for utterance. There may be no

true human friend to whom she can tell her sorrows, none from whom

she may seek counsel. In utter hopelessness, she may feel that life is

too bitter to be borne, and long for the time when she may rest from

her troubles. But there is not one such who may not find comfort and

help in God."—"Ministry of Angels," p. 128.

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MEMORY

VERSE: "Jacob awaked out of his sleep, and he said, Surely the

Lord is in this place; and I knew it not." Gen. 28:16.

LESSON HELP: "Ministry of Angels," pages 158-164.

THE LESSON

JACOB

1. In Jacob's dream at Bethel, whom did he see ascending and de-

scending between earth and heaven? Gen. 28:10-12.

NomE.—"Heaven is brought near to earth by that mystic ladder, the

base of which is firmly planted on the earth, while the topmost round

reaches the throne of the Infinite. Angels are constantly ascending

and descending this ladder of shining brightness, bearing the prayers

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of the needy and distressed to the Father above, and bringing blessing

and hope, courage and help, to the children of men. These angels of

light create a heavenly atmosphere about the soul, lifting us toward the

unseen and the eternaL We cannot behold their forms with our natural

sight; only by spiritual vision can we discern heavenly things. The

spiritual ear alone can hear the harmony of heavenly voices."—"The

Acts of the Apostles," p. 153.

What message did God speak to him? .Verses 13-15.

Hpw did this dream impress Jacob? What vow did he make?

Verses 16-22.

Who met Jacob as he was returning to his father's land twenty

years later? Gen. 32:1, 2.

NOTE.—"Again the Lord granted Jacob a token of the divine care.

As he traveled southward from Mount Gilead, two hosts of heavenly

angels seemed to encompass him behind and before, advancing with his

company, as if for their protection. Jacob remembered the vision at

Bethel so long before, and his burdened heart grew lighter at this

evidence that the divine messengers who had brought him hope and

courage at his flight from Canaan, were to be the guardians of his re-

turn. And he said, 'This is God's host; and he called the name of that

place Mahanaim'—'two hosts, or camps.' "—"Patriarchs and Prophets,"

p. 195.

When in distress for fear of Esau, for what did Jacob pray?

Verses 9-12.

What experience did he have with an angel during the night?

Verses 24-30.

NOTE.—"The struggle continued until near the break of day, when

the stranger placed his finger upon Jacob's thigh, and he was crippled

instantly. The patriarch now discerned the character of his antagonist.

He knew that he had been in conflict with a heavenly messenger, and

this was why his almost superhuman effort had not gained the victory.

It was Christ, 'the Angel of the covenant,' who had revealed Himself

to Jacob. The patriarch was now disabled, and suffering the keenest

pain, but he would not loosen his hold. All penitent and broken, he

clung to the Angel; 'he wept, and made supplication,' pleading for a

blessing. He must have the assurance that his sin was pardoned. Physi-

cal pain. was not sufficient to divert his mind from this object. His de-

termination grew stronger, his faith more earnest and persevering,

until the very last. The Angel tried to release Himself ; He urged,

'Let Me go, for the day breaketh ;' but Jacob answered, will not let

Thee go, except Thou bless me.' Had this been a boastful, presumptuous

confidence, Jacob would have been instantly destroyed; but this was the

assurance of one who confesses his own unworthiness, yet trusts the

faithfulness of a covenant-keeping God. . . .

"While Jacob was wrestling with the Angel, another heavenly mes-

senger was sent to Esau. In a dream, Esau beheld his brother for

twenty years an exile from his father's house; he witnessed his grief

at finding his mother dead; he saw him encompassed by the hosts of

God. This dream was related by Esau to his soldiers, with the charge

not to harm Jacob, for the God of his father was with him. . . .

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"At sight of that crippled sufferer, 'Esau ran to meet him, and em-

braced him, and fell on his neck, and kissed him; and they wept.' As

they looked upon the scene, even the hearts of Esau's rude soldiers

were touched. Notwithstanding he had told them of his dream, they

could not account for the change that had come over their captain.

Though they beheld the patriarch's infirmity, they little thought that

this his weakness had been made his strength."—Id., pp. 197, 198.

ELIJAH

For what •did Elijah pray when in utter discouragement at the

threat of Jezebel? 1 Kings 19:1-4.

In this dark hour of despondency, who ministered to the weary

prophet? Verses 5-8.

NOTE.—"Into• the experience of all there come times of keen dis-

appointment and utter discouragement,—days when sorrow is the

portion, and it is hard to believe that God is still the kind benefactor

of His earthborn children; days when troubles harass the soul, till

death seems preferable to life. It is then that many lose their hold on

God, and are brought into the slavery of doubt, the bondage of unbelief.

Could we at such times discern with spiritual insight the meaning of

God's providences, we should see angels seeking to save us from our-

selves, striving to plan.t our feet upon a foundation more firm than the

everlasting hills; and new faith, new life, would spring into being."

—"Prophets and Kings," p. 162.

THE' THREE. HEBREWS

What sentence did Nebuchadnezzar pronounce against Shadrach,

Meshach, and Abednego? Dan. 3:19, 20.

10.

After the sentence had been executed. what caused great as-

tonishment to the king? Verses 21-25.

' 11. How complete was the deliverance? Verses 26, 27.

.12. Whom did God send to keep these• men in the hour of persecu-

tion? Verse 28.

NorE.—"As in the days of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, so

in the closing period of earth's history the Lord will work mightily in

behalf of those who stand steadfastly for the right. He who walked

with the Hebrew worthies in the fiery furnace will be with His followers

wherever they are. His abiding presence will comfort and

sustain.

the midst of the time of trouble trouble such as has not been since

there was a nation,-His chosen ones will stand unmoved. Satan with

all the hosts of evi cannot destroy the weakest of God's saints. Angels

that excel in strength will protect them, and in their behalf Jehovah

will reveal Himself as a 'God of gods,' able to save to the uttermost

those who have put their trust in Him."—Id. p. 513.

"There is nothing more calculated to energize the mind, and

strengthen the intellect, than the study of the word of God. No other

book is so potent to elevate the thoughts, to give vigor to the faculties,

as the broad, ennobling truths of the Bible."—"Fundamentals of Chris-

tian Education," p. 126.

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MEMORY VERSE: "Thinkeat thou that

cannot now pray to. My Father,

and He shall presently give Me more than twelve legions of angels?" Matt. 26:53.

LESSON HELP: "Ministry of Angels," pages 165-174.

THE LESSON

Who announced the Saviour's birth with joy and song? Luke

2:8-14.

How were the wise men from the East guided to the birthplace of

Jesus? Matt. 2:1, 2, 9, 10.

NOTE.—"The wise men had seen a mysterious light in the heavens

upon that night when the glory of God flooded the hills of Bethlehem.

As the light faded, a luminous star appeared, and lingered in the sky.

It was not a fixed star nor a planet, and the phenomenon excited the

keenest interest. That star was a distant company of shining angels,

but of this the wise men were ignorant. Yet they were impressed that

the star was of special import to them."--"The Desire of Ages," p. 60.

How did the angels show their interest and sympathy when Jesus

was tempted in the wilderness? Matt. 4:11.

NOTE.—"After the foe had departed, Jesus fell exhausted to the

earth, with the pallor of death upon His face. The angels of heaven

had watched. the conflict, beholding their loved Commander as He

passed through inexpressible suffering to make a way of escape for us.

He had endured the test, greater than we shall ever be called to endure.

The angels now ministered to the Son of God, as He lay like one dying.

He was strengthened with food, comforted with the message of His

Father's love, and, the assurance that all heaven triumphed in His

vietory."—Id., p. 131.

How did the Master escape the wrath of His own townsmen?

Luke 4:28-30.

NOTE.—"Some were casting stones at Him, when suddenly He 'dis-

appeared from among them. The heavenly messengers who liadrbenn

by His side in the synagogue were with Him in tile midst of ',that

maddened throng. They shut Him in from MS enemies, and'conducted

Him to a place of safety."—Id., p. 240.

What other occasion of angel ministry to Jesus is recorded?

Luke 22:39-44.

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NOTE.—"The

worlds unfallen and the heavenly angels had watched

with intense interest as the conflict drew to its close. Satan and his

confederacy of evil, the legions of apostasy, watched intently this great

crisis in the work of redemption. The powers of good and evil waited to

see what answer would come to Christ's thrice-repeated prayer. Angels

had longed to bring relief to the divine sufferer, but this might not be.

No way of escape was found for the Son of God. In this awful crisis,

when everything was at stake, when the mysterious cup trembled in

the hand of the sufferer, the heavens opened, a light shone forth amid

the stormy darkness of the crisis hour, and the mighty angel who stands

in God's presence, occupying the position from which Satan fell, came

to the side of Christ. The angel came not to take the cup from Christ's

hand, but to strengthen Him to drink it, with the assurance of the

Father's love. He came to give power to the divine-human suppliant. He

pointed Him to the open heavens, telling Him of the souls that would be

saved as the result of His sufferings. He assured Him that His Father

is greater and more powerful than Satan, that His death would result in

the utter discomfiture of Satan, and that the kingdom of this world

would be given to the saints of the Most High. He told Him that He

would see of the travail of His soul,'and be satisfied, for He would see

a multitude of the human race saved, eternally saved."—Id., pp. 693, 694.

What eiperience came to that band of men in Gethsemane when

Jesus answered them, "I am He"? John 18:4-6.

NomE.—"No traces of His recent agony were visible as Jesus stepped

forth to meet His betrayer. Standing in advance of His disciples, He

said, 'Whoin seek ye?' They answered, 'Jesus of Nazareth.' Jesus re-

plied,

He.' As these words were spoken, the angel who had lately

ministered to Jesus, moved between Him and the mob. A. divine light

illuminated the Saviour's face, and a dovelike form overshadowed Him.

In the presence of this divine glory, the murderous throng could not

stand for a moment. They staggered back. Priests, elders, soldiers, and

even Judas, fell as dead men to the ground."—Id., p. 694.

How didNSi on-Peter--attempt to.

defend

the Son of God from

the ayaCk6f the mob? Matt. 26:50,

51.

Instead of having twelve men to defend Him, who were at His

command? Verses 52-54.

NomE.="Jesus bade him put up the sword, saying, ‘Thinkest thou

that I cannot now pray to My Father, and He shall presently give me

more than twelve legions of angels?' I saw that as these words were

spoken, the countenances of the angels were animated with hope. They

wished then and there to surround their Commander, and disperse that

angry mob. But again sadness settled upon them, as Jesus added, 'But

how then shall the Scriptures be fulfilled, that thus it must be?' The

hearts of the disciples also sunk in despair and bitter disappointment,

as Jesus suffered Himself to be led away by His enemies.

"The disciples feared for their own lives, and they all forsook Him

and fled. Jesus was left alone in the hands of the murderous mob. Oh,

what a triumph of Satan then! And what sadness and sorrow with the

angels of God! Many companies of holy angels, each with a tall com-

manding angel at their head, were sent to witness the scene. They were

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to record every insult and cruelty imposed upon the Son of God, and

to register every pang of anguish which Jesus should suffer; for the

very men whd joined in this dreadful scene are to see it all again in

living characters."—"Early Writings," p. 168.

What experience did Pilate's wife have during the trial of Jesus?

Matt. 27:19.

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NOTE.—"From the first, Pilate was convicted that Jesus was no

common man. He believed Him to be an excellent character, and en-

tirely innocent of the charges brought against Him. The angels who

were witnessing the scene marked the convictions of the Roman gover-

nor, and to save him from engaging in the awful act of delivering

Christ to be crucified, an angel was sent to Pilate's wife, and gave her

information through a dream that it was the Son of God in whose trial

her husband was engaged, and that He was an innocent sufferer. She

immediately sent a message to Pilate, stating that she had suffered

many things in a dream on account of Jesus, and warning him to have

nothing to do with that holy Man."—Id.-, p. 173.

10.

What work was given an angel the morning of Christ's resur-

rection? Matt. 28:2.

11.

How did' the angel's presence affect the soldiers who guarded

the tomb? Verses 3, 4.

12.

What did the.angel tell the women at the tomb? Verses 5-7.

13.

How many angels at least had special duties in connection with

the resurrection? Luke 24:3-5.

14.

What escort was present to receive Jesus at His ascension?

Acts 1:9.

NOTE.—"As He passed upward, the awe-stricken disciples looked

with straining eyes for the last glimpse of their ascending Lord. A

cloud of glory hid Him from their sight; and the words came back to

them as the cloudy chariot of angels received Him, `Lo, I am with you

alway, even unto the end of the world.' At the same time there floated

down to them the sweetest and most joyous music from the angel choir."

—"The Desire of Ages," pp. 830, 831.

15.

Why did two angels remain with the disciples while the heavenly

hosts were welcoming Jesus? Verses 10, 11.

NOTE.—"These angels were of the company that had been waiting in

a shining cloud to escort Jesus to His heavenly home. The most exalted

of the angel throng, they were the two who had come to the tomb at

Christ's resurrection, and they had been with Him throughout His life

on earth. With eager desire all heaven had waited for the end of His

tarrying in a world marred by the curse of sin. The time had now come

for the heavenly universe to receive their King. Did not the two angels

long to join the throng that welcomed Jesus? But in sympathy and love

for those whom He had left, they waited to give them comfort. 'Are

they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall

be heirs of salvation?' "—Id., pp. 831, 832.

16.

What•ministry do the angels

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give to the children of God at the

present time?

NOTE.—"Heaven and earth are no wider apart to-day than when

shepherds listened to the angel's song. Humanity is still as much the

object of heaven's solicitude as when common men of common occupa-

tions met angels at noonday, and talked with the heavenly messengers

in the vineyards and the fields. To us in the common walks of life,

heaven may be very near. Angels from the courts above will attend the

steps of those who come and go at God's'command."—Id., p. 48.

"From what dangers, seen and unseen, we have been preserved

through the interposition of the angels, we shall never know, until in

the light of eternity we see the providences of God. Then we shall know

that the whole family of heaven was interested in the family here be-

low, and that messengers from the throne of God attended our steps

from day to day."—Id., p. 240.

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MEMORY VERSE: "While Peter thought on the vision, the Spirit said unto

him, Behold, three men seek thee. Arise therefore, and get thee down, and go with

them, doubting nothing: for I have sent them." Acts 10:19, 20.

LESSON HELP: "Ministry of Angels," pages 175-186.

THE LESSON

PHILIP AND THE ANGEL

What did Philip do when persecution arose at Jerusalem? Acts

8:4-8.

While thus working for the salvation of men, what instruction

did he receive from an angel? Verse 26.

Following the instruction, whom did Philip see? Verses 27-29.

Who also were accompanying the Ethiopian?

NOTE.—"This Ethiopian was a man of good standing and of wide

influence. God saw that when converted, he would give others the light

he had received, and 'would exert a strong influence in favor of the

gospel. Angels of God were attending this seeker for light, and he

was being drawn to the Saviour. By the ministration of the Holy Spirit,

the Lord brought him into touch with one who could lead him to the

light."—"The Acts of the Apostles," p. 107.

As Philip obeyed the heavenly messenger, what was the result?

Verses 30-38.

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What class is represented by the Ethiopian? What will the angels

do to-day?

NOTE.—"This Ethiopian represents a large class who need to be

taught by such missionaries as Philip,—men who will hear the voice

of God, and go where He sends them. There are many who are reading

the Scriptures who cannot understand their true import. All over the

world men and women are looking wistfully to heaven. Prayers and

tears and inquiries go up from souls longing for light, for grace, for

the Holy Spirit. Many are on the verge of the kingdom, waiting only

to be gathered in.

"An angel guided Philip to the one who was 'seeking for light, and

who was ready to receive the gospel; and to-day angels will guide the

footsteps of those workers who will allow the Holy Spirit to sanctify

their tongues and refine and ennoble their hearts. The angel sent to

Philip could himself have done the work for the Ethiopian, but this is

'not God's way of working. It is His plan that men are to work for their

fellow men."—Id., p. 109.

CORNELIUS AND THE ANGEL

How did the Lord answer the prayer of a Roman officer? Acts

10:1-ork

‘811W1)41t specific' directions-were- given- Cornelius ,by the. angel?

Versedi5,'6`:

NOTE.—"Interesting indeed are these minute directions of the angel.

He knew Simon, knew his surname, knew where he was, the name of

the city in which he was stopping, the man at whose house he was

lodging, his name, and the street in which he lived. Such intimate

knowledge shows that angelic beings know all about man. They know

his lying down and his rising up, his faithfulness or negligence, his zeal

and earnestness, his lukewarmness and barrenness of soul; they are

messengers of Him who knows even man's very thoughts afar off."—

"Ministry of Angels," p. 182.

What influenced Peter to accept an invitation to visit this Gentile

army officer? Verses 9-20.

NOTE.—"The angel, after his interview with Cornelius, went to

Peter, in Joppa."—"The Acts of the Apostles," p. 135.

10.

Who were gathered in by Cornelius to hear the preaching of the

gospel? Verses 24,

27.

11.

In the presence of his "kinsmen and near friends," what did he

relate to Peter? Verses 30-33.

12.

What was the result of this meeting arranged by an angel?

Verses 44-48.

13.

In what way is this experience of Peter and Cornelius a lesson

to us?

NOTE.—"Because Cornelius was living in obedience to all the in-

structions he had received, God so ordered events that he was given

more truth. A messenger from the courts of heaven was sent to the

Roman officer and to Peter, in order that Cornelius might be brought

into touch with one who could lead him into greater- light,

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"There are in our world many who are nearer the kingdom of God

than we suppose. In this dark world of sin, the Lord has many precious

jewels,. to whom He will guide His messengers. Everywhere there are

those who will take their stand for Christ. Many will prize the wisdom

of God above any earthly advantage, and will become faithful light

bearers. Constrained by the love of Christ, they will constrain others

to come to. Him."—Id., pp. 140, 141.

"Re venly intelligences are waiting

to ooperate

with human instru-

mentahtieat they may reveal t.se world what human beings may

become, and w

at, through t I

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influence, they may accomplish for

the saving of souls that • ready to perish."—"Testimonies," vol. 9,

p. 30.

"Heavenly angels

have long bee waiting for human agents—the

members of the church—to cooperate with them in the great work to be

done. They are waiting for you. So vast is *the field, so comprehensive

the design, that every sanctified heart will be pressed into service an an,

instrument of divine power."—Id., pp. 46, 47.

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MEMORY VERSE: "After these things I saw another angel come down from

heaven, having great power; and the earth was lightened with his glory." Rev. 18:1.

LESSON HELP:

"Early Writings," pages 277-279.

THE LESSON

To whom are the angels sent to minister? Heb. 1:13, 14.

What shows their deep interest in the salvation of men? Luke'

15:7, 10..

NOTE.—"The

angels of glory find their joy in giving,—giving love

and tireless watchcare

to souls that are fallen and unholy. Heavenly

beings woo the hearts of men; they bring to this dark world light from

the courts above; by gentle and patient ministry they move upon the

human spirit; to bring the lost into a fellowship with Christ which is

even closer than they themselves can know."—"The Desire of Ages,"

p. 21.

"In this work all the angels of heaven are ready to cooperate: All

the resources of heaven are at the command of those who: are seeking to

save the lost. Angels will help you to reach the most careless and the

most hardened. And when one is brought back. to God, all heaven is

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made glad; seraphs and cherubs touch their golden har

praises to God and the Lamb for their mercy and loving

the children of men."—"Christ's Object Lessons," p. 197:'

'When the long-hidden secrets in the book of Daniel wei

unsealed, who held in his hand "a little book open"? Rev. 10:1,

By what symbol is the movement represented announcing that

the time of the judgment is come? Rev. 14:6, 7.

NOTE.—"These angels are evidently symbolic; for the work assigned

them is that of preaching the everlasting gospel to the people. But

the preaching of the gospel has not been intrusted to literal angels; it

has been committed unto men, who are responsible for this sacred trust

placed in their hands. Each of these three angels, therefore, symbolizes

a body of religious teachers, who are commissioned to make known to

their fellow men the special truths which constitute the burden of these

messages respectively.

"But we are to consider further that angels, literally, are intensely

interested in the work of grace among men, being sent forth to minister

to those who shall be heirs of salvation. And as there is order in all

the movements and appointments of the heavenly world, it may not be

fanciful to suppose thdt a literal angel has charge and oversight of the

work of each message."—"Daniel and the Revelation," p. 633 (old edi-

tion, p. 711).

How was the fall of Babylon announced? Verse 8.

Who is represented as proclaiming a warning against the wor-

ship of the beast? Verses 9-12.

Who are instructed to hold the winds of strife while the sealing

message is being proclaimed? Rev. 7:1.

How intensely are the angels interested in the sealing work?

Verses 2, 3.

NOTE.—"I saw four angels who had a work to do on the earth, and

were on their way to accomplish it. Jesus was clothed with priestly

garments. He gazed in pity on the remnant, then raised His hands, and

with a voice of deep pity cried, 'My blood, Father, My blood, My blood,

My blood!' Then I saw an exceeding bright light come from God, who

sat upon the great white throne, and was shed all about Jesus. Then I

saw an angel with a commission from Jesus, swiftly flying to the four

angels who had a work to do on the earth, and waving something up and

down in his hand, and crying with a. loud voice, "Hold! Hold! Hold!

Hold! until the servants of God are sealed in their foreheads.'

"I asked my accompanying angel the meaning of what I heard, and

what the four angels were about to do. He said to me that it was God

that restrained the powers, and that He gave His angels charge over

things on the earth; that the four angels had power from God to hold

the four winds, and that they were about to let them go ; but while their

bands were loosening, and the four winds were about to blow, the mer-

ciful eye. of Jesus gazed on the remnant, that were not sealed, and He

raised His hands, to the Father, and pleaded with Him that He had

spilled His blood for them. Then another angel was commissioned to

fly swiftly to the four angels, and bid them hold, until the servants of

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sled with the seal of the living God in their foreheads."—

things," p. 38.

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at mighty being will join the "third angel" in the last warn-

a/man and lighten the earth with his glory? Rev. 18:1, 2.

NOTE.—"I saw angels hurrying to and fro in heaven, descending

,the earth, and again ascending to heaven, preparing for the fulfill-

ment of some important event. Then I saw another mighty angel com-

missioned to descend to the earth, to unite his voice with the third

angel, and give power and force to his message. Great power and glory

were imparted to the angel, and as he descended, the earth was lightened

with his glory. . .

"Angels were sent to aid the mighty angel from heaven, and I heard

voices which seemed to sound everywhere, 'Come out of her, My people,

that ye be not partakers of her sins, and that ye receive not of her

plaghes; for her sins have reached unto heaven, and God hath remem-

bered her iniquities!"—Id., p. 277.

10.

How is the sealing work described by the prophet? Eze. 9:1-7.

11.

What did the prophet see the angel reporting, who was sent to

"set a mark upon the foreheads" of men? Verse 11.

E.—An angel has never failed to do a work given him of God.

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iven him by'lliklr-Heayen. On one occasion, a king "withstood" an

angel for three weeks, and

Michael,Himself (Christ) "came to help"

the angel( Dan-10 1.2, 13. When a Wark•is liven to a heaverily angel,

it will be•doiie, even if all heaven has to join him- to,do it./The angel

with-the inkhorn will finish his work. The third angel's hiessage.move-

mient cannot fail ; it is in charge of an angel.

"I saw angels hurrying to and fro in heaven. An angel with a writ-

er's inkhorn by his side returned from the earth, and reported to Jesus

that his work was done, and the saints were numbered and sealed. Then

I saw Jesus, who had been ministering before the ark containing the

Ten Commandments, throw down the censer. He raised His hands, and

with a loud voice said, 'It is done.' "—Id., p. 279.

12.

When the gospel work is finished and the angels cease to hold

in check the "four winds," what will come?

NOTE.—"When He [Jesus] leaves the sanctuary, darkness covers

the inhabitants of the earth. In that fearful time the righteous must

live, in the sight of a holy God without an intercessor. The restraint

which has been upon the wicked is removed, and Satan has entire con-

trol of the finally impenitent. God's long-suffering has ended. The

world has rejected His mercy, despised His love, and trampled upon

His law. The wicked have passed the boundary of their probation; the

Spirit of God persistently resisted, has been at last withdrawn. Un-

sheltered by divine grace, they have no protection from the wicked one.

Satan will then plunge the inhabitants of the earth into one great, final

trouble. As the angels of God cease to hold in check the fierce winds of

human passion, all the elements of strife will be let loose. The whole

world will be involved in ruin more terrible than that which came upon

Jerusalem of old."—"The Great Controversy," p. 614.

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MEMORY VERSE: "When the Son of man shall come in His glory, and all the

hely angels with Him, then shall He sit upon the throne of His glory." Matt. 25:31.

LESSON HELP: "Early Writings," pages 285-288.

THE LESSON

What is the work of the angels in the final harvest of the world?

Matt. 13:37-39.

What is their work in connection with the judgments of God

upon the wicked? Verses 40-42.

When Jesus returns to earth, who will attend Him. Matt. 16:27;

25:31.

How early was this truth made known to man? Jude 14.

As Christ comes attended by clouds of angels, what does He send

them to do? Matt. 24:30, 31.

NOTE.—"The living righteous are changed 'in a moment, in the

twinkling of an eye.' At the voice of God they were glorified; now they

are made immortal, and with the risen saints are caught up to meet their

Lord in the air. Angels 'gather together the elect from the four winds,

from one end of heaven to the other.' Little children are borne by holy

angels to their mothers' arms. Friends long separated by death are

united, nevermore to part, and with songs of gladness ascend together

to the city of God."—"The Great Controversy," p. 645.

Where are the saved taken? 1 Thess. 4:16.

NOTE.

—

"On

each side of the cloudy chariot are wings, and beneath it

are living wheels; and as the chariot rolls upward, the wheels cry, 'Holy,'

and the wings, as they move, cry, 'Holy,' and the retinue of angels cry,

`Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty.' And the redeemed shout 'Alle-

luia!' as the chariot moves onward toward the New Jerusalem."—Ibid.

How is the coming of the heavenly reapers described? Rev. 14:

14, 15.

Who gathers the world harvest? Verse 16.

What does another angel also have? Verse 17.

10.

What announcement is made by an angel having power over

fire? Verse 18.

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What then comes to pass? Verses 19, 20.

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en Peter

was imprisoned by Herod, how did 'an angel prove

a messe ger of mercy? Acts 12:7

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whom did this same angel soon after come as a messenger of

wrath. Verses 20-23.

NoKE.—"But suddenly a terrible change came over-

him. His face

became pallid as death, and distorted with agony. Great drops of sweat

started from pores. He stood for a moment as if transfixed with

pain and terror; then turninghis blanch9storid livid face to his horror-

stricken friends, he crre<in hollow,,despairing tones, He whom you

have exalted as a god is strickenwith death.. . .

"The same angel who halconeft:ov

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the royal courts to rescue Peter,

had been the messenger,o

wrath and j1 went to Herod. The angel

smote Peter to aroloe

him from slumber: it v7.

as-wlth a different stroke

that he smote the

-wicked king; laying low his pride;and bringing upon

him the punishment of the Almighty. Herod died in great agony of

mind and b6dy, under the retributive judgment of God."—"The Acts

of the Apostles," pp. 151, 152.

14.

What terrible visitation will be meted out to impenitent sinnern

by angels? Rev. 15:1; 16:1.

NOTE.—Heavenly angels are both ministers of mercy and messengers

of wrath. In the final harvest of earth, they will both reap the saved

- of the ages for the garner of God and gather the tares to be burned.

Blessed is the man who may be smitten by an angel as was Peter (Acts

12:7) rather than be smitten as was Herod (Acts 12:23).

15.

After the ascension to heaven with the saints, how will the angels

participate in the "welcome home" service?

NOTE.—"Then I saw a very great number of angels bring from the

city glorious crowns,—a crown for every saint, with his name written

thereon. As Jesus called for the crowns, angels presented them to Him,

and with His own right hand the lovely Jesus placed the crowns on the

heads of the saints. In the same manner the angels brought the harps,

and Jesus presented them also to the saints. The commanding angels

first struck the note, and then every voice was raised in grateful, happy

praise, and every hand skillfully swept over the strings of the harp,

sending forth melodious music in rich and perfect strains."—"Early

Writings," p. 288.

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The Review

LESSON 1—ANGELS REAL CREATED BEINGS

By what name are all the family of God known? 1 John 3:1. From

what early time was this name known? Job 38:4-7. What relationship

had they to heaven's commander? Heb. 1:6. What struggle in 'heaven

brought about a divided allegiance? Rev. 12:7-9.

LESSON 2—ANGELS A HIGHER ORDER OF BEING THAN MAN

What comparative relation exists between angels and men? Ps.

8:4, 5. What is their relative strength? Matt. 28:2-4. What change in

man's position will follow the resurrection? Luke 20; 36.

LESSON 3—NUMBER AND GLORY OF THE ANGELS

What is said of the number of heavenly angels? Heb. 12:22; Dan.

7:9, 10. How does Daniel describe the glory of one of these created

beings? Dan. 10:5, 6.

LESSON 4—POWER OF THE ANGELS

What demonstrations of power by one angel show their might?

2*Chron. 32:21; Acts 5:17-20. How swiftly can they act in the hour of

need? Eze. 1:14; Acts 12:5-7.

LESSON 5—GUARDIAN ANGELS

Who stands before God in behalf of His little ones? Matt 18:10.

What evidence have we that the same care is over all God's children?

Job 1:6-12; Ps. 91:11, 12.

LESSON 6—ANGELS AND THE JUDGMENT BOOKS

What vision of the angels' part in the judgment was given Daniel

the prophet? Dan. 7:9, 10. Before whom will the name of the overcomer

be confessed? Rev. 3:5.

LESSON 7—AGENTS IN DIVINE REVELATION

What agency is often used of God to communicate with His proph-

ets? Rev. 1:1; Dan. 9:21, 22. What should be our relation to these

angel messages? Rev. 22:6, 7.

LESSON 8—ANGEL MINISTRY TO MEN

What ministry did angels perform in behalf of Abraham and Lot?

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LESSON 9—ANGEL MINISTRY TO MEN (Continued)

At Bethel what vision appeared to Jacob? Gen. 28:10-15. Who

ministered to Elijah in the wilderness? To the Hebrew worthies in the

fiery furnace? 1 Kings 19:5-8; Daniel 3.

LESSON 10—ANGEL MINISTRY TO JESUS

In Christ's agony in Gethsemane, who ministered unto Him? Luke

22:39-44. In need, from whom might He have had help? Matt. 26:52-54.

At His resurrection who ministered? Luke 24:3-5.

LESSON 11—ANGEL MINISTRY IN THE GOSPEL

In Philip's experience with the Ethiopian eunuch, who brought him

instruction?

Acts 8:26. Who led to the conversion of Cornelius and

his household? Acts 10:3-7, 22.

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To whom are the angels of God sent forth to minister? Heb. 1:14.

In the last warning message to mankind, who are represented as lead-

ing God's children? Rev. 14:6-8; 18:1-2. What part will angels act in

the sealing of the saints? Eze. 9:1-11.

LESSON 13

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ANGELS IN THE WORLD HARVEST

In the world's harvest, what work will the angels do? Matt. 13:37-42.

At Christ's appearing, what does He send the angels to do? Matt.

24:30, 31. How does the revelator describe the work of angels at the

time of harvest? Rev. 14:14-20.

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